Here's a look at the history of the penny and why it could be going awayThe cost of producing certain coins exceeds their face value, raising questions about their practicality.
Will the humble penny finally be discontinued? Trump tells the Treasury Department to stop making the coinsTrump's directive to stop minting pennies raises legal questions about executive power over currency.
Strong Dollar vs. Weak DollarTrump's currency strategy highlights a conflict between wanting a strong dollar for global trade and a weak dollar for boosting exports.